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Beeswax block - Danish Green Wax pool
HedenhusHED-964
The block weighs approx. 90 grams.
Beeswax is a fantastic ingredient in skin care products and in homemade beeswax cloths (Bee's Wraps). Use e.g. also beeswax in salves, lip balm, cream and much more.
This block of beeswax is from the Danish Green Wax pool, which ensures a clean product without pesticides. The beeswax is cleaned and filtered without any kind of chemical additives.
The beeswax can be advantageously cut into smaller pieces, or grated into shavings on a grater if you only need to use a small part of the block.
Beeswax has a melting point of approx. 63 degrees and solidifies at around 33 degrees.
The block measures 7.5 x 6.2 cm. and is approx. 2.3 cm. thick.
What is beeswaxBeeswax is a wax that is secreted from small glands on the bees. The wax is used to build up the cells in the beehive.
Once the honey has been ejected from the cells, the cells are melted and cleaned and filtered.
The beeswax smells and tastes mildly of honey.
5.80 €
Beeswax block - Organic
HedenhusHED-1076
Block with pure organic beeswax from Hedenhus
The block weighs approx. 88 grams.
Country of origin: Czech Republic
This beeswax block is without pesticides and additives.
Beeswax is a great ingredient in skin care products and in homemade beeswax wraps (Bee's Wraps). Use e.g. also beeswax in salves, lip balm, cream and much more.
The beeswax can be advantageously cut into smaller pieces, or grated into shavings on a grater if you only need to use a small part of the block.
Beeswax has a melting point of approx. 63 degrees and solidifies at around 33 degrees.
The block measures 7.5 x 6.2 cm. and is approx. 2.3 cm. thick.
What is beeswax
Beeswax is a wax that is secreted from small glands on the bees. The wax is used to build up the cells in the hive.
When the honey has been ejected from the cells, the cells are melted and cleaned and filtered.
The beeswax smells and tastes mildly of honey.
The beeswax is heated several times and is therefore completely safe to use for babies, as harmful bacteria die when heated.
Beeswax has a natural antibacterial effect.
7.60 €
Carnauba wax - Organic - 100 g
HedenhusHED-1072_100
Carnauba wax is a plant-based wax which is also the hardest, natural wax available.
It is extracted from the leaves of the palm tree Copernicia Cerifera, which grows in Brazil. It consists of wax esters (85%), free fatty acids, fatty alcohols and resins (15%).
The wax comes as yellow flakes/powder and it only has a very faint smell.
It is a vegan alternative to beeswax and can, among other things, used to make creams, pomades and ointments. One of its good properties is that it is emollient and moisturizing in skin care products.
Carnauba wax is somewhat harder than beeswax and therefore the recipes for what you have to make have to be adjusted down a bit. beeswax if you replace it with it.
The wax has a melting point of 80°-85°
You can also use carnauba wax to make vegan beeswax paper. See how to do it here in our guide
INCI: Cera Carnauba
9.70 €
Organic Beeswax Granules - 500 g
HedenhusHED-00500
The function of beeswax in creams and salves
In homemade cosmetics, beeswax functions primarily as a thickener and an emulsifier. It helps bind oil and water together in emulsions, ensuring a stable and even consistency in your products.
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For salves: Beeswax provides firmness. The more wax, the firmer the salve.
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For lip balms: Ensures that the stick holds its shape and stays on the lips for long-lasting protection.
Natural care and protection
Beeswax is rich in Vitamin A, which plays a role in skin cell renewal. Additionally, the substance has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help soothe irritated skin, redness, and minor skin abrasions.
However, the primary benefit of beeswax is its ability to lay as a thin, protective film on the skin. This film acts as a shield against environmental influences such as frost, wind, and dry air, while simultaneously "locking" moisture inside the skin. Since the wax does not penetrate the skin or block pores, the skin can still breathe freely.
Safety and application
Although honey is advised against for infants due to the risk of botulism spores, this does not apply to cosmetic beeswax. This granulate has undergone a heating and purification process that eliminates harmful bacteria.
Beeswax is not absorbed by the human organism; upon ingestion, it simply passes through the digestive system. This makes it a safe choice in products for lips and for the care of small children, e.g., diaper balm or cold cream.
Specifications
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Content: 500 g granules
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INCI: Cera Alba
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Origin: EU (not produced in Denmark)
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Melting point: 62-64 degrees
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Type: Organic
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Application: For external use only / cosmetic production
29.50 €
Beeswax Granules - 500 g.
DipamDIP-01888
500 g. pure honey-coloured beeswax from Dipam.
Beeswax is a wax produced by bees and used to build the honeycombs that make up the hive.
Beeswax can be used for many things. As an ingredient in natural cosmetic products, as polish, for beeswax candles, beeswax wraps and much more.
There is a DIY guide for making your own beeswax candles right here.
Both the beeswax and packaging in this beeswax product are sustainably and consciously produced.
When beeswax is used in cosmetics, it is primarily used to regulate consistency. Beeswax does not penetrate the skin but forms a protective barrier on top. Therefore, beeswax is particularly useful for lip balm and salves.
Beeswax melts at approximately 62 degrees.
Ingredient: Cera Alba
25.60 €
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